The offensive line has allowed Jesse Imes to be creative at quarterback while running the run-and-shoot offense. Imes is among conference leaders with 1,226 rushing yards and 1,211 passing. In addition, fullback Mike Bauer has 804 rushing yards.

"We have a lot of beef up front, but what makes them so good is their athleticism," Olds said. "They push people around, and by the fourth quarter, the defense is worn down."

That was the difference in the first game against Wilmington. With a 21-14 lead midway through the third quarter, the Knights scored 28 straight against a tired Wilmington defense.

"Wilmington will dictate what we do on offense. We will take what they give us," Olds said. "If they want to put eight or nine in the box to stop the run, we will pass."

The defense must slow down Wilmington running back Marque Jones, who leads the conference with 1,811 yards and 23 touchdowns.

The defensive line consists of Sargent, Dane Youtz, Chad Heaton, and Burgess. Youtz leads all linemen with 71 tackles and six sacks. Heaton added 56 tackles and six sacks.

Tomic leads a strong group of linebackers with 106 tackles and five sacks. Nick Moffitt is second with 95 tackles.

Kings advanced to the regional finals last season before losing to eventual state champion Chaminade-Julienne 31-24.